Xyrah Herlihy
First time going to the Charles last night and it was great. My husband and I celebrated our wedding anniversary there and they were so accommodating. So many of the staff stopped by our table to greet us and made us feel special. The food was excellent as well. I hope when we visit again we can try a different seasonal menu. Wine selection was great as well. The vibe is very romantic and intimate. Nate made sure we had a great time. He had such great energy and wide knowledge of the food and drinks. They also have complimentary valet which is a plus. Will definitely be back.
Lorenzo hubbard Designs
If you’ve heard of, or been referred to The Charles and comments include, beautiful, amazing service or exquisite cusine; They’re all true! Hands down, one of the best dining experiences I’ve enjoyed in Dallas, and I’ve enjoyed many amazing places. From the moment you arrive to Valet, and the hostess, you’re greeted with the warmest of greetings. You’ll appreciate the teamwork every member of the staff, right to the GM, exude, to assure your experience is amazing. Our server Austin was so knowledgeable and warm, our time enjoying our fabulous cuisine and cocktails passed far too quickly. The Charles enjoys a diverse clientele, both in demographic and attire. The eclectic dining area with its open kitchen and stylish bar are petite in size, arousing memories of the ambiance of fine dining cars of luxury railways. Not to be outdone, they’ve even managed to incorporate through the kitchen, a speakeasy (Bar Charles) that elevates the vibe of the night, while maintaining the same amazing service, and dining experience. You can always visit for cocktails, however, If you’re on a tight budget, the full Charles experience may be one you’ll save for a special occasion; it will be so worth it. I look forward to seeing there soon!
Xoxo Lorenzo!
Lee Kleinman
Nice vibe and fun atmosphere, good food, especially the pastas. Lots of friendly attentive staff. Interesting back room and speakeasy. White chocolate tiramisu was a standout.
Shannon Morris
Really enjoyed this place. We went with a group of 7 for my bday. They have a speak-easy section through the kitchen where we had drinks and our private-ish group table was at. Our waiter was great. Drinks and food were very good. Only draw back is that the size of the dishes are a bit small for the price, in my opinion. We'll definitely go back
Ashley
Wow this place is decked out to the nines. Incredible atmosphere and almost every single employee greeted me or said something nice in passing even if I was just making a trip to the restroom or valet. The bar in particular is gorgeous. Serving sizes could be increased and some of the flavors were a tad off from what was described on the menu. Definitely make a reservation in advance. I’ll be back for cocktails and apps!
Amy Martin
Truly the best service I’ve had from any restaurant! What a special experience. The food and drinks were incredible, along with the entire staff. Highly recommend the spicy marg, pink snapper crudo, and the shrimp pasta. I’ve been GF since 2012 and hands down the best GF pasta too. Can’t wait to go back!
Evette
Only came here for drinks & it was a little disappointing b/c other Duro hospitality locations are amazing. The bar area is very crowded & not relaxed b/c you have to have a reservation to sit anywhere. My friends said the food is amazing though, so I’ll have to come back to try it.
Alex A
This is a hidden gem in Dallas, I have stopped by this restaurant and I must admit was impressed with the ambiance, food quality and the service. Summer served us phenomenally with her recommendations and made us to create a great memory for the night. I would highly encourage you to try the pasta, and the steak.
Ryan Maynard
Fun spot for Italian with a modern twist served by one of the best teams in town. This place just has that “it” factor that makes you feel cool just by virtue of sitting in the space. It’s dark and intimate, but lively, especially if you are seated in the “secret” back bar. Nearly everything on the menu is inventive and on point. We had a couple of small hiccups on our last visit, but those are unusual and always well-compensated. Equally great choice for a weekday date night or a weekend dinner for a larger party.
Ein Q.
This classy restaurant, complete with a hidden speakeasy-like bar in the back, exceeded all our expectations. The wait staff was friendly with excellent service. Our attentive server had a thorough understanding of both the menu and off-menu items. All the staff seem to be always in sync ensuring our table was never too crowded or empty, always serving food and drinks in a timely manner.
We tried the branzino fish, grilled beets, crispy polenta, and veal ragu capalone. Each dish was tasty, it was a symphony of flavors.
For cocktail we tried Aperol Spritz and Mezcal Amerato from the bar. The drinks were good, but will try something else next time. To end the meal on a sweet note, we tried the tiramisu.
This place offers a truly exceptional dining experience, with impeccable service, flavorful food, and an enticing hidden bar. It has earned its place among the best in town.
Mark Shafiyan
A “hidden gem”. I don’t like to post about places like this because other people might ruin it, but this place deserves it. Austin was our server and hands down…he made us feel like royalty. Nate made sure we were taken care of as well. He made sure we were having an exquisite time. We definitely were. I couldn’t ask for a better experience. Thank y’all for a wonderful night!
Alexandra Hart
The charles is an amazing restaurant with charismatic, helpful staff. The valet was great, greeters friendly, and waiters very friendly. We had a great time for my parents anniversary! Great pastas and drinks! Apps are yummy.
Matthew Wayne
I absolutely loved coming here for our 1 year wedding anniversary. Our server was very friendly and definitely wowed us. The smokey flavor to the Branzino fish and broccoli was amazing. The crispy potatoes were cooked so perfectly. And the gnudi is aged for six days and woooow! The manager Harry came by and was super nice and offered to get us a reservation anytime! They have a secret speakeasy you might get invited into.
I wish I kept the receipt to give our server credit by name but he said he had 6 kids and has been Married 33 years lol
Colleen Segall
My family thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience on Saturday evening! We are originally from the northeast, and consider the big cities (NYC, Boston, and Philly especially) to boast the greatest number of excellent restaurants. After moving to Texas, it’s been very challenging to find restaurants that come close to competing with the quality and experience we are accustomed to. The Charles - it does just that! We were blown away by the entire dining experience and cannot wait for the opportunity to return! The food, the ambiance, and the customer service were all top-notch! Dave was a very attentive server - we are so thrilled he encouraged us to try the Chef’s Tasting Menu (Omakase style). He gave us a brief tour of the speakeasy as well; we look forward to checking it out on our next visit. And what a surprise to get to enjoy the Wagyu steak as part of the meal! Everything was delicious and we did not leave hungry! Thank you for a great dining experience and also for welcoming our toddler to the table. She loved her meal and the great choice in music for the dining room!
Philip Everett
I saw the light after this meal. Seriously. Went into the most glorious food coma that I unfortunately came out of.
We enjoyed some veggie orduvs, which I believe are free, at the beginning of the meal. We love octopus so figured, why not! Glad we made that decision because it was some of the most tender octopus I have ever eaten. After that, we were recommended to order the bucatini carbonara, which is mixed together table side.
I wish I ordered more so I could rave on about how great this food was. The staff was also exceptional, with plenty of recommendations. They also have a way with words, making every dish sound to die for.
Hint: ask to be seated in the back room. It’s a speakeasy styled dining experience and you still get the full menu.
Myke Fisher
Phenomenal service. Every member of the staff I encountered were friendly, and made me feel more like a friend at a dinner party than a customer. That usually means it's a good place to work. The food was next level for both surf and turf. Pasta was cooked to perfection. Cocktails were unique takes on familiar favorites. The Mega pint makes you feel like a gentlemanly viking.
Jeff Smith
Excellent. That pretty much sums up the experience here. This is an Italian inspired presentation of extremely high quality food that is prepared and plated like a Michelin star restaurant. The service is exceptional and the wine list is long. There is a secret Speakeasy in the back as well after you are done dining. I can't wait to come back and try other items on this menu.
Connie Zhang
LOVE this restaurant. First time here with friends. They have great Italian pasta with a twist. The ink pasta and the blue crab pasta were fantastic and the pork chop was so juicy and flavorful. The salad was amazing as well.
Will definitely come back.
D. Glenn Smith
First time dining here and guarantee it won’t be the last. Loved the food and the service was outstanding. Our server was very knowledgeable with the menu and answered all of our questions. The food definitely didn’t disappoint! J Chastain has created an amazing menu and is definitely worth giving a try.
David Potenza
Great new spot and the food was killer! Cozy atmosphere, attentive staff and a funky menu (in a good way) Congrats Chaz Martin
Lindsay Haynes
What an experience! I loved the decor and ambiance. Katy at the bar took great care of us and knew every detail of the menu. Appetizers were out of this world and, of course, the house made pasta was exactly what you would think it would be from a chef trained in Italy! Bravo!!!!
Stephani Atwood Brown
Loved the place! Awesome service and the ambiance was perfect! Food was amazing and the drinks were yummy! I will be back! Jeff was an amazing waiter!
Ashley Mankin Spears
New favorite date spot! We went with a group of friends and tried many different items in the menu, all absolutely amazing! The ambiance is very intimate, and the deco is top notch! Lovely experience and will be back very soon!
Sarah McIntosh
What’s not to like? The food is outstanding, great wine selections, the staff is superb and the decor is out of this world!
Michael Smit
The wait is over. Dallas finally has Italian food it can be proud of. Great atmosphere and super friendly servers. It was refreshing to walk into a new restaurant and feel like the staff truly appreciated our patronage. Well done all around!
Michele DeSalme
Great new spot, beautiful and delicious. Fabulous food and great people watching!
Diane Scott
When you’re looking for a semi swanky date night - this place is great! My husband and I stopped in early evening and they were booked solid but the hostess squeezed us in. I call it family style fancy with an Italian flair!
Bob Hopkins
Great food, good wine and fabulous service from Triple D!
Sarah Chastain
Gorgeous design, exquisite food, impeccable service! So proud of this great group of people!
Paula Lambert
J Chastain’s take on Italian food is spot on and delicious!! And Chas Martin is the consummate host!!
MG Stevens
We enjoyed everything...Beautiful decor, excellent service and delicious food! Great job Chas & team!
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